Nativism

Why did native born Americans dislike immigrants?

• Fear of job competition

• Difference in religion

• The language barrier

• They created enclaves

Review: Where were the New Immigrants from?

• From Africa and Asia

• From Western and Northern Europe.

• From Southern and Eastern Europe

• They were all refugees from war-torn countries.

Why were immigrants considered an economic threat?

• Immigrants contribute to job creation.

• Immigrants were responsible for technological advancements.

• Immigrants caused political machines

• Immigrants would accept lower pay

What were the two main religions of the New Immigrants that caused conflict?

• Catholic

• Jewish

• Protestant

• Non-Denominational

What is nativism going to cause in the 1920s?

• Laws/Legislation to restrict immigration

• Economic growth and job creation.

• Global cooperation and open borders.

• An increase in immigration and cultural diversity.